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A new test shows Microsoft Recall’s continued security problems
Microsoft's Recall feature and its new security standards are being tested by Windows Insiders again, and still creating problems.
Best Cyber Monday 2024 AMD and Intel gaming PC deals
If you need to grab a new gaming PC, these Cyber Monday deals will net you something great.
Asus ROG Falchion Ace HFX review: too expensive for plastic
Asus finally has a Hall Effect keyboard with the Falchion Ace HFX, but its high price and all-plastic build hold the keyboard back.
Intel admits defeat on Arrow Lake — but it’s not down for the count
Intel admits that its Core Ultra 9 285K and Core Ultra 5 245K have problems, but it plans to address the issues with a significant update soon.
How the Blue Screen of Death became your PC’s grim reaper
The Blue Screen of Death is as iconic as it is infamous, and it has a shockingly complex history.
I tested the Ryzen 7 9800X3D against the Core Ultra 9 285K. It’s not even close
AMD's new Ryzen 7 9800X3D punches far above its weight class, and my comparison to the Core Ultra 9 285K is proof of that.
AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D review: king of the hill
AMD's new Ryzen 7 9800X3D claims the top gaming CPU slot, stealing it away from, well, AMD itself.
AMD buying Intel? It’s on the table
According to a new report, the U.S. government is encouraging Intel to consider a merger, potentially with rival AMD.
Intel Battlemage GPU: everything you need to know
Intel has finally unveiled its next-gen Battlemage GPUs. Here's everything we know about them, from specs to prices and availability.
Best gaming PC deals: Lenovo Legion, ASUS ROG, Acer Predator
We've gathered our favorite gaming PC deals for you to browse, and if you're interested in any of them, make the purchase immediately before the savings end.
Asus ROG Swift PG32UCDP review: OLED hits its stride
Asus has its first dual mode OLED monitor, and it's easily the best version of this display that we've seen so far.
5 CPUs you should buy instead of the Core Ultra 9 285K
Intel's Core Ultra 9 285K is an impressive CPU, but there are several alternatives that are both faster and cheaper.
AMD vs. Intel: which makes the best CPUs?
With AMD's Ryzen 9000 here and Intel's Arrow Lake now here, the rivalry between AMD and Intel is hotter than ever. Here's how they compare.
Intel Core Ultra 5 245K review: where Arrow Lake breaks down
The Core Ultra 5 245K should be a value-focused midrange CPU, but it fails to deliver even a generational improvement over Intel's last-gen options.
The death of Moore’s Law is finally starting to stink
The idea of Moore's Law has been a topic of debate for years, but we're finally starting to see the decline of pure PC hardware innovation.
I tested the Core Ultra 9 285K against the Ryzen 7 7800X3D — and it’s ugly
Intel's new Core Ultra 9 285K is an impressive CPU, but it faces stiff competition from the last-gen Ryzen 7 7800X3D.
Intel Core Ultra 9 285K review: impressive, not necessarily good
Intel's Core Ultra 9 285K is an undeniably impressive CPU, but it's still tough to recommend given some inconsistent performance.
These are the 5 best budget GPUs you can buy for under $300
Although graphics cards continue to get more expensive, our list of the best budget GPUs proves you can still pick up a graphics card for under $300.
Intel’s new Arrow Lake CPUs can still consume a ton of power
Some early benchmarks for Intel's upcoming Arrow Lake CPUs show they can still draw a ton of power, even with a new focus on efficiency.
Intel is bringing back one of its most frustrating types of CPUs
An early benchmark for the Core 5 210H processors suggests that Intel is rebranding Raptor Lake and Alder Lake CPUs for its upcoming mobile range.
Microsoft is fixing my biggest problem with Windows 11 on handhelds
Microsoft just published a new preview build for Windows 11 that includes significant changes to the onscreen keyboard targeted at handheld gaming PCs.
I’m worried Intel is making a mistake with Arrow Lake
Intel has pulled back the curtain on its Arrow Lake CPUs, but the lack of gaming performance gains has me worried.
Mac sales are nosediving
Macs have reportedly experienced a 17.5% drop in annual growth in this past quarter.
